Must-See Investing TV: 20 Free Online TV Channels for Finance Junkies
January 28th, 2008
Please raise your hand if you have ever found yourself flipping between CNBC and CNN while reading the Wall Street Journal online? That’s what I thought – you my friend, may be a finance junkie.
Don’t worry – It’s nothing to be ashamed about. In fact we intend to feed your addiction by providing you with the top free online TV channels for finance junkies. Did you know that you can find many sites which will provide you with free news clips, in-depth reports, and current events online for free?
Pretty exciting, huh? Now you can flip channels on your regular TV (or just buy two TVs), read the WSJ, and flip between internet channels. The possibilities are endless in your quest for the latest and greatest financial news.
Well, here they are (in no particular order) – the top 20 free online TV channels for finance junkies:
Major Business Publications
Many of the major business publications have began to broadcast their news on free internet TV channels. These are names that you will definitely recognize and be pleasantly surprised that they are offering online broadcasts.
- Bloomberg TV – This site offers television channels categorized into 3 main regions: Americas, Asia, and Europe. Typical programming for the day in the Americas region includes a popular Morning Call show from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM along with updates and features throughout the day.
- Forbes TV - Great market and investment advice with the same quality which you would expect from Forbes. Choose from many different finance topics.
- Reuters News - Reuters provide video news for almost every topic, including finance. Select the “Business” tab from the menu and choose from many interesting programs.
- Business Week - Business Week’s online news room focuses on all current events related to the business world. Good site to get an overview of financial news.
- Dow Jones Video - The Dow Jones sponsored channels offers content in the categories of News/Analysis, Investing, Pursuits, and Most Popular. Dow Jones provides a wide selection of programming and topics.
Regular TV Meets Online TV
Traditional television stations are starting to realize that a big market exists for providing programming online. Here are some channels/programs which can now be found on the internet.
- CNBC – Have you ever wished that you could watch CNBC as you’re sitting in your favorite coffee shop from your laptop? Well you can find CNBC on sites such as MyEasyTV.com along with programs on demand from CNBC’s main site.
- BBC Business – Crave international business news? BBC News 24 (BBC’s famous business channel) is available from BBC’s Business Homepage and just select the “Watch Live BBC News 24” link from the top of the page.
- CNN Money - Regularly updated videos from CNN Money covering a wide variety of business topics and news.
- Fox Business Now - Fox News is now available on the internet. You can select from a wide range of online video financial reports and content.
- Nightly Business Report - Nightly Business Report covers the most important business and financial news stories of the day. Watch each evening’s broadcast online after it airs.
- Weekly Market Monitor - Every Friday, Nightly Business Report anchor Paul Kangas interviews noted market observers about the investment climate and gets their specific stock recommendations.
- Weekly Street Critique - Every Wednesday, NBR Anchor Paul Kangas interviews leading market strategists and financial experts about market movements and gets their investment recommendations.
Online Specials
Some of the free TV channels are exclusively available on the internet. Such internet TV hubs as ChannelChooser, MyEasyTV, and others offer their own content along with distributing other internet-only media. The following are found exclusively on the internet.
- About Finances TV - a daily updated report on the latest events and market rankings of the New York Stock Exchange. It presents daily video reports on the stock-market, financial news and interviews of the Chief Executive Officers who are driving innovation in their industry or sector.
- Business Focus TV – regularly updated feed from Reuters that covers the latest updates in Business and Stock related news. Look for it in the Business section at MyEasyTV.
- Business Update TV – Powered by Reuters, this channel features up-to-the minute business information and features. Look for it in the news section of ChannelChooser.
- Market News First - Site dedicated to small cap markets. Topics include Forex, Currencies, and Market movers. Great for the hardcore finance junkie.
- Business News Network - Feature shows include Market Call Tonight, The Business News, Stars & Dogs, and Taking Stock. These programs provide a wealth of finance knowledge.
- Forex TV - – Does your particular finance addiction center around the Forex market? If so, Forex TV is a must. This channel is dedicated to all things Forex and provides good news and information.
- Tip’d Investing Videos – Great source for all-around finance news, including business stories, powered by social media.
- ExpertsOnline – The Business TV Channel - Provides good information for small business finance junkies with advice and pertinent content.
So, are you intrigued with the possibility of getting free business news on your computer? As a finance junkie you can never get enough. Set up your favorites for the above channels, and you can start your virtual channel surfing in addition to your regular TV endeavors.
The world of finance revolves around being informed. The growing number of free online business channels will help you to stay ahead of the market and make good decisions based on up-to-the minute news. Use these channels to start exploring the world of internet TV now!
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